Sliders are a welcome treat at any gathering, they provide a nice-sized portion: something you can sink your teeth into, but not be overwhelmed. Our gourmet sliders are extra special due to the great mix of ground meat, and a duo of toppings that will set them apart. The balsamic onions adds a tangy sweetness, and the avocado cream offers a creamy base that holds the whole thing together.
To conserve some money, we bought hot dog buns and cut then up to act as the slider holders. No need to worry about custom buns in mini portions. FYI: this recipe is part of a really cool party scenario: all items on the menu are mini versions of things, so check out the rest of the menu for a bevy of mini delights.
MAKES 55 SLIDERS
MAKE THE SLIDERS
2 LB ground angus beef
1/2 LB ground veal
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 red onion, minced
1/2 CUP panko breadcrumbs
1 TB thyme, minced
2 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
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In a bowl, mix all ingredients gently. Roll into 2-inch balls. Transfer to two parchment-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate.
MAKE THE BALSAMIC ONIONS
3 TB grape seed oil
2 large sweet onions, cut into 1/4-inch rings
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1 CUP balsamic vinegar
3 TB ponzu
2 chipotles, chopped
1 tsp salt
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2 TB butter
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Heat a large saucepan, add oil. Heat oil over med high heat, add onions and saute for 10 min, till onions have browned slightly. Add balsamic, ponzu, chipotles, and salt. Cook over medium heat until reduced by half, about 25 min. The liquid should by syrupy. Remove from heat and stir in butter. Allow to cool, and refrigerate until ready to use.
MAKE THE AVOCADO CREAM
1/2 container Tofutti Better Than Cream Cheese, room temp
1/2 avocado, cut into chunks
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Mash ingredients together.
Preheat oven 375ºF… MAKE THE SLIDERS
trays of sliders
2 pkg organic hot dog buns
Avocado Cream
Balsamic Onions
skewer
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Bake sliders for 15 min. Meanwhile, prepare the rolls. Cut off the ends of each hot dog bun, then cut into 4 sections.
Smear the creamy avocado spread on the bottom bun. Place one slider on each, top with onions. Top with other bun half, push down and skewer together.
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